2001 Volkswagen Passat Key Fob Battery Replacement
2001 Volkswagen Passat Key Fob Battery Replacement
2001 Volkswagen Passat Key Fob Battery Replacement Replace the battery in your 2001 Volkswagen Passat key fob.
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2001 Volkswagen Passat Key Fob Battery Replacement
INTRODUCTION When the battery in your 2001 Volkswagen Passat key fob no longer works, you will not be able to enter the locked car or trunk without using your key for entry. Use this guide to replace the battery in your key fob.
TOOLS: CR2032 Lithium Battery (1) iFixit Opening Tools (1) Flathead 3/32" or 2.5 mm Screwdriver (1)
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2001 Volkswagen Passat Key Fob Battery Replacement
Step 1 — Key Fob Battery
Press the release button on the key fob so that key is extended.
Locate the small indentation in the middle of the key fob.
Step 2
Place a screwdriver in the indentation of the key fob.
Apply pressure and rotate the screwdriver until key fob begins to separate.
Using light force, pull the key fob apart.
Remove the cover on lower part of the key fob and locate the battery.
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2001 Volkswagen Passat Key Fob Battery Replacement
Step 3
Use a screwdriver to remove the battery.
Place a new battery in the key fob and press down gently to secure it in place.
Step 4
Pick up the pieces of the key fob and begin to slide the pieces together.
This needs to be done slowly to not break the plastic on the fob.
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2001 Volkswagen Passat Key Fob Battery Replacement
Step 5
Press the key release button to make sure that the key fob operates correctly.
Press the lock, unlock and trunk buttons and check for the red indicator light to make sure the key fob working properly.
Depending on your vehicle, you may need to reprogram your key fob to your car. Either consult a dealership or review your owner's manual on how to reprogram your key fob.
This document was last generated on 2017-06-19 07:12:30 AM.
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2001 Volkswagen Passat Key Fob Battery Replacement Replace the battery in your 2001 Volkswagen Passat key fob.
Written By: Alisha Kocjan
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www.iFixit.com
Page 1 of 5
2001 Volkswagen Passat Key Fob Battery Replacement
INTRODUCTION When the battery in your 2001 Volkswagen Passat key fob no longer works, you will not be able to enter the locked car or trunk without using your key for entry. Use this guide to replace the battery in your key fob.
TOOLS: CR2032 Lithium Battery (1) iFixit Opening Tools (1) Flathead 3/32" or 2.5 mm Screwdriver (1)
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2001 Volkswagen Passat Key Fob Battery Replacement
Step 1 — Key Fob Battery
Press the release button on the key fob so that key is extended.
Locate the small indentation in the middle of the key fob.
Step 2
Place a screwdriver in the indentation of the key fob.
Apply pressure and rotate the screwdriver until key fob begins to separate.
Using light force, pull the key fob apart.
Remove the cover on lower part of the key fob and locate the battery.
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2001 Volkswagen Passat Key Fob Battery Replacement
Step 3
Use a screwdriver to remove the battery.
Place a new battery in the key fob and press down gently to secure it in place.
Step 4
Pick up the pieces of the key fob and begin to slide the pieces together.
This needs to be done slowly to not break the plastic on the fob.
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2001 Volkswagen Passat Key Fob Battery Replacement
Step 5
Press the key release button to make sure that the key fob operates correctly.
Press the lock, unlock and trunk buttons and check for the red indicator light to make sure the key fob working properly.
Depending on your vehicle, you may need to reprogram your key fob to your car. Either consult a dealership or review your owner's manual on how to reprogram your key fob.
This document was last generated on 2017-06-19 07:12:30 AM.
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